Kiel Canal Collection

Map of Schleswig-Holstein, northernmost state of Germany, lithograph, published 1887
Map of Schleswig-Holstein, northernmost state of Germany. Lithograph, published in 1887

Kiel-Holtenau lighthouse against sky on sunny day, Kiel, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

Footpath amidst grass against Friedrichsort lighthouse, Kiel, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

Stena Line dock and Port of Kiel administrative building, Kiel harbor, Kiel, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

Adam und Eva sculpture made by Bjorn Norgaard against clear blue sky, Kiel, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

Facade of Ministry of Justice of Schleswig-Holstein, Kiel, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

People crossing Horn bridge (Hornbrucke) at dusk, Port of Kiel, Kiel, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

People crossing Horn bridge (Hornbrucke) at twilight, Port of Kiel, Kiel, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

Friedrichsort lighthouse at twilight, Kiel, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

Kiel Town Hall Tower and Kiel Opera House at Rathausplatz, Kiel, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

Sailing boat at Germaniahafen port, Kiel, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

Sandy beach leading to Friedrichsort lighthouse, Kiel, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

Detail of Kiel Town Hall Tower against clear sky, Kiel, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

Kiel Town Hall Tower and Kiel Opera House over Kleiner Kiel Lake in autumn at sunrise, Kiel, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

Kiel canal, Kiel Holtenau, Baltic coast, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

Tirpitz in Trouble (engraving)
2788296 Tirpitz in Trouble (engraving) by Moreland, Arthur (1876-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tirpitz in Trouble)

Von Tirpitz goes Aboard (engraving)
2788290 Von Tirpitz goes Aboard (engraving) by Moreland, Arthur (1876-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: Von Tirpitz goes Aboard)

Opening of the Kaiser Wilhelm Canal by the German Emperor (litho)
1628287 Opening of the Kaiser Wilhelm Canal by the German Emperor (litho) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Opening of the Baltic Canal (engraving)
1628244 The Opening of the Baltic Canal (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Opening of the Baltic Canal)

The British in the Heart of the German Maritime Fortifications (Colour Litho)
2808768 The British in the Heart of the German Maritime Fortifications (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

Admiral Skrydlov, commander of the Russian squadron at the celebrations of the opening of the Kiel Canal (colour litho)
2818653 Admiral Skrydlov, commander of the Russian squadron at the celebrations of the opening of the Kiel Canal (colour litho) by Meaulle

Opening of the Kiel Canal, 1895 (b / w photo)
5998023 Opening of the Kiel Canal, 1895 (b/w photo) by German Photographer (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Opening of the Kiel Canal, 1895)

How the giants of German militarism collapse (Colour Litho)
2808940 How the giants of German militarism collapse (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: How the giants of German militarism collapse)

Opening of the Kaiser Wilhelm Canal by the German Emperor (engraving)
1628306 Opening of the Kaiser Wilhelm Canal by the German Emperor (engraving) by Overend, William Heysham (1851-98) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Opening of the Kaiser Wilhelm Canal by the German Emperor (litho)
1628288 Opening of the Kaiser Wilhelm Canal by the German Emperor (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Opening of the Kaiser Wilhelm Canal by the German Emperor)

The Naval Demonstration at the Opening of the North Sea and Baltic Canal (engraving)
1628332 The Naval Demonstration at the Opening of the North Sea and Baltic Canal (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Opening of the Baltic Canal (b / w photo)
1628246 The Opening of the Baltic Canal (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Opening of the Baltic Canal)

Departure of German troops for China to suppress the Boxer Rebellion, August 1900 (b / w photo)
6015092 Departure of German troops for China to suppress the Boxer Rebellion, August 1900 (b/w photo) by German Photographer (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Festivities on the Alster in Hamburg commemorating the opening of the Kiel Canal (Kaiser Wilhelm Canal), Germany
5999550 Festivities on the Alster in Hamburg commemorating the opening of the Kiel Canal (Kaiser Wilhelm Canal), Germany, 1895 (engraving; ) by German School

The Opening of the Baltic Canal, Departure of Mr Gladstone from Tilbury on Board the "Tantallon Castle"
1628327 The Opening of the Baltic Canal, Departure of Mr Gladstone from Tilbury on Board the " Tantallon Castle" (engraving) by English School

Lock on the Kiel Canal at Holtenau, Germany (chromolitho)
1093584 Lock on the Kiel Canal at Holtenau, Germany (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lock on the Kiel Canal at Holtenau, Germany)

The Opening of the Baltic Canal (engraving)
1628248 The Opening of the Baltic Canal (engraving) by Prior, Melton (1845-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Opening of the Baltic Canal)

Ships Schleswig-Holstein Bridges Rendsburg Kiel Canal
Ships in Schleswig-Holstein, Bridges in Rendsburg, Kiel Canal, 1898, Schleswig-Holstein, Rendsburg

Kiel Canal Ships Schleswig-Holstein Buildings
Kiel Canal, Ships in Schleswig-Holstein, Buildings in Rendsburg, 1898, Schleswig-Holstein, Rendsburg

Churches Rendsburg Ships Schleswig-Holstein Kiel Canal
Churches in Rendsburg, Ships in Schleswig-Holstein, Kiel Canal, Ports and harbours in Rendsburg, 1898, Schleswig-Holstein, Rendsburg, Hafen

Ship on Kiel Canal going under the Railway Bridge of Hochdonn, Dithmarschen, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany, Europe

Freight Ships on Kiel Canal going near Hochdonn, Dithmarschen, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany, Europe

Vessels on Kiel Canal near Brunsbuttel, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany, Europe

Sailing boat, birds eye view

Kiel canal, Germany C018 / 2862
Kiel canal. Bow of a boat about to leave the Kiel canal, Germany and enter the North Sea. This canal connects the North Sea with the Baltic Sea

Oil tanker, Kiel canal, Germany C018 / 2863
Oil tanker on the Kiel canal, Germany. This canal connects the North Sea with the Baltic Sea

Kiel canal, Germany C018 / 2861
Kiel canal. Bow of a boat travelling along a foggy canal. This is the Kiel canal in Germany that connects the North Sea with the Baltic Sea

Barge transitting the Kiel Canal in Germany, Europe

Containers on a ship transitting the Kiel Canal in Germany, Europe

Kiel Canal, Germany, Europe

Nord Ostsee Kanal, Kiel Canal, Germany, Europe

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"Discover the Beauty and History in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany" Immerse yourself in the enchanting landscapes of Schleswig-Holstein, Germany's northernmost state, as you explore the iconic Kiel Canal. This historic waterway has been a vital link between the North Sea and Baltic Sea since its completion in 1895. As you embark on your journey along the canal, take a moment to admire an exquisite lithograph from 1887 that showcases the region's stunning geography. The map of Schleswig-Holstein reveals a tapestry of rivers, lakes, and charming towns waiting to be discovered. Your first stop is at Kiel-Holtenau lighthouse where it stands tall against a clear blue sky on a sunny day. Its beacon guides ships through this bustling maritime hub with ease. Nearby, Friedrichsort lighthouse beckons visitors with its picturesque footpath amidst lush green grasses. At Stena Line dock and Port of Kiel administrative building, witness the vibrant energy that flows through this important port city. The hustle and bustle create an atmosphere filled with anticipation for new adventures on land or sea. Art enthusiasts will appreciate Bjorn Norgaard's Adam und Eva sculpture set against an endless azure backdrop. This thought-provoking masterpiece invites contemplation about humanity's place within nature. A short stroll away lies the majestic facade of Ministry of Justice - an architectural gem that reflects both tradition and modernity. It serves as a reminder of Schleswig-Holstein's rich history while embracing contemporary values. As twilight descends upon Port of Kiel, Horn bridge becomes adorned with twinkling lights as people cross over into another world under dusky skies. The serene ambiance creates moments worth cherishing forever. The Friedrichsort lighthouse takes on a mystical aura during twilight hours when its guiding light pierces through darkness like a celestial guardian watching over the canal. This sight is sure to leave you in awe.